Shady

“Um, some water, maybe?” Meyer offered a little smile and Sadie nodded in agreement.

“Not at all.” Meyer grinned, also leaning down to pat the dog. “He seems delightful.”

“Good to see you, Reverend.” He shook his hand firmly. Best to be polite; this was his host, after all. “Uther!” Sadie bent down and patted him eagerly. “Good boy!”

“For sure!” Meyer grinned. “I’ve already heard Uther’s praises; I’m excited to meet him.” They both approached the door and Meyer held out a hand. “Meyer Lovett.”

Sadie smiled and gave a little wave. “Hello!”

(Good with me!) Sadie and Meyer pulled up at 6:28 and Sadie got out eagerly, hoping Uther was around. Meyer chuckled at her enthusiasm -- he had, of course, gotten ...

Meyer and Sadie finished up their shopping, then headed home.

"... No pasta chaos for you tonight," Sadie said quietly after Martin strode off. "Au contraire," Meyer countered. "There's going to be so much chaos tonight." "Oh god."

"You as well." Meyer nodded to him with a little smile. "I'll look forward to seeing you all soon." Even if it was going to be hella awkward to have ...

"Okay!" Sadie smiled. "Sounds like a plan, then. Thank you!"

Sadie glanced at Meyer, who shrugged again. "Sure." "Works for me, too!" Sadie said with a smile. "Can we bring anything?"

"Nah, I remember the way." Sadie returned the smile. "What time should we show up?"

"I mean..." Sadie glanced over at Meyer, trying to gauge his reaction. He shrugged, seeming indifferent. She looked back at Martin. "You certainly don't need to... but... well... I wouldn't ...

"It really wasn't a big deal," Sadie said with a smile and a little shake of her head. "I feel bad that you all feel bad. It took like five ...

"Not well, I'll admit," Meyer said, shaking his hand firmly. "But it's nice to meet you."